BIRTHDAY GAL: Actress Marion Cotillard was born in Paris on this date in 1975. This birthday gal won a 2007 Academy Award for her portrayal of Edith Piaf in the French film “La Vie en Rose.” She’s no stranger to Hollywood, either, having starred in “The Dark Knight Rises,” “Contagion” and “Public Enemies.”

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You can’t change who you are, but you can surely make the best of it. In the week ahead, you might experience a brief period of discontent. Remain true blue to your dreams and they will come true.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Find fulfillment not in what you have, but in what you give. Temporary setbacks in the week to come are simply temporary. That is why you should not lose your composure over minor clashes with others.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The secret of living your life well might lie in finding a balance between holding on and letting go. In the week ahead, be content with what you have, but don’t be afraid to give up on the impossible

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Sometimes storm clouds linger without sending any rain. Someone could have a definite change of heart by midweek. Not all problems in the week ahead need solving; let them emerge and dissipate.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Charm them and disarm them. You are capable of inspiring trust and admiration in the week to come. If you wait to make a commitment until all uncertainties are cleared and doubts resolved, it may be too late.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Another day, another dollar. In the week ahead, you may become more aware of your spending habits and may consider new ways to economize. Too much intense concentration can leave you tired out.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Everyone stumbles occasionally. That is why it is good to have someone to hold your hand. In the week ahead, concentrate on strengthening personal relationships and keep your money in your pocket.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Show no disdain for disclosures. When someone offers you confidential information in the upcoming week, it is up to you to handle it well and to honor the trust with which it was given.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Shift from won’t power to will power. In the week ahead, you may be able to use a small financial crisis to your advantage. A minor frustration can turn you into a powerhouse of determination.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Batten down the hatches. An unsettled period early in the week ahead could have you unsure of which way the wind is going to blow. Hold off on making irrevocable decisions until Tuesday.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Make it your personal mission to be as true and blue as possible in the week to come. If you look closely, you may find many examples of loyalty. Remember to be appreciative of support from others.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Set realistic goals. In the week to come, you may be caught up in an obsession with something new. Warning: Don’t spend money on any new passion without thinking things through thoroughly.

IF SEPTEMBER 30 IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: When it rains, it pours. The next few months might seem filled with endless complications as ambitions increase, but you can avoid compounding problems by not starting anything new or making unplanned changes until late December when your judgment and luck is at its best. Things shift for the better in January — so if you must make crucial decisions, wait until the end of the year. If you need help to get out of a pickle, that is a good time to ask for assistance. If you are looking for a new job or a major romantic commitment January and February are excellent times when you are at your best.

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